Medical Assistant - Certified, Family Medicine - Colonial Avenue - Bonus Eligible

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Certified Medical Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in delivering quality patient care. In this full-time position, you will provide essential clinical and clerical support, ensuring that patients receive the best possible care in a compassionate and innovative environment. Your responsibilities will include collecting patient data, assisting during exams, and maintaining a clean and safe work area. With a commitment to personal well-being and professional growth, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field while enjoying a supportive workplace culture. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a mission-driven team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employer Funded Pension Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules

Remote Work Options

Paid Time Off

Onsite fitness studios

Access to health and wellness app

Discounts on childcare

Continued education and training

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant Program is required.
• One year of experience in a physician office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient assessment data including vital signs and medications.
• Assist with lab procedures and document patient information.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Keyboarding skills

Education

Graduation from a Medical Assistant Program

Comparable military training and experience

Tools

Database systems

Electronic medical records

Job description

Medical Assistant - Certified, Family Medicine - Colonial Avenue - Bonus Eligible

Employment Status: Full time

Shift: Day

Facility: Carilion Clinic Family Medicine - Colonial Avenue

Requisition Number: 149947

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

Here’s your opportunity to work in a challenging and impactful environment defined by compassion, innovation, and a deep commitment to your personal well-being and professional development. As a vital member of our team, you’ll provide technical clinical services and clerical support for the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, a physician or a mid-level practitioner.

• Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, and current medications for assessment by licensed staff.
• Prepares the patient for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures.
• Maintain work area, exam treatment and x-ray rooms, and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies and instruments; and sterilize reusable equipment as needed.
• Assists with lab procedures by collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab; labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician.
• Documents patient information in the medical record to include update treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns, etc.

What We Require:

Education: Graduation from a Medical Assistant Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), or comparable military training and experience preferred.

Experience: One year experience in physician office preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the American Association of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologists, The National Association of Healthcare Professions, the American Registry of Medical Assistants, or the National Healthcare Association. May be hired on a provisional status once the applicant receives the letter confirming they have taken the certification exam and have a provisional passing score. AHA BLS-HCP Certification required.

Other: Effective communication skills in order to work with the public. Computer skills to utilize database systems to perform job duties required. Must be able to problem-solve. Keyboarding required for automated computer systems, including electronic medical records.

About Carilion

This is Carilion Clinic, an organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected, and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged, and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award-winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries, and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind, and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

Requisition Number: 149947
Employment Status: Full time
Location: Carilion Clinic Family Medicine - Colonial Avenue
Shift: Day
Shift Details: Days, Monday through Friday
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

What matters to you is important to us—like benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life. Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules
• Remote Work Options
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

Find more about Carilion Clinic’s benefits by visiting our Total Rewards Page.

Carilion Clinic is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We embrace a diverse workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Protected Veterans status, Disability, Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.